Course:VANT151/2024/Capstone/APSC/Team2

Tomodachi

Motto: “Hello Inspire, Bye-bye Fire”

The Okanagan, a rain-shadowed, semi-desert region, is one of the most wildfire-prone areas in Canada. Each wildfire season, wildfires pose a significant threat to the environment, human lives, and property. The severity of wildfire damage can be amplified by delayed detection, slow firefighter response, and insufficient community awareness. To address these challenges, our project aims to develop a detection system with automatic water sprinkling and notification functions to prevent the spread of wildfires in their early stages, facilitate quick firefighter response, and enhance community awareness of wildfire risks.

Our design includes sensors that monitor temperature and humidity levels. When certain thresholds are detected, the system sends alerts to firefighters, enabling them to recognize potential wildfire dangers early and respond swiftly. If the detected temperature or humidity levels indicate a very high risk of fire, water is sprayed from a tank housed within the system, providing primary prevention to reduce the fire risk before firefighters arrive. Additionally, the real-time temperature and humidity data detected by the sensors are accessible on our website, allowing the community to monitor wildfire risks anytime, from anywhere. By integrating early detection, immediate response capabilities, and real-time data accessibility, our project significantly mitigates wildfire risks in the Okanagan region. This system not only enhances the efficiency of firefighter interventions but also empowers the community with vital information, fostering a proactive approach to wildfire prevention and safety.